What happens if my child's crew withdraws from a race?

• A crew representative must give as much notice as possible and at least two hours before the advertised start time of the race, in writing, to the organising committee or regatta administration staff.
• A withdrawal, once made, cannot be reversed.
• A crew withdrawn within 72 hours after entries close loses no entry fee. Withdrawals after that time are charged or not refunded, whatever the reason.
• A crew that fails to start, or does not give two hours' notice, can be fined $250. There is no financial sanction for a crew that withdraws for medical or safety reasons acceptable to Rowing Australia.

Source: Rowing Australia Rules of Racing (2025 Edition, updated January 2026), Rule 59.